2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Arnage | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
